Degrees are getting more expensive to get, skills-based hiring is becoming more commonplace but tech graduates still command the highest starting pays. So is your non tech degree even worth getting anymore? And why are some economies experiencing qualifications-inflation? Howie Lim finds out.  Synopsis: A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region. Highlights of the conversation: 01:30 Comments from academics and tech professionals 08:02 We need to be taught to be human? 14:27 Workforce needs to undergo reskilling 15:59 AI in education could be to the detriment of students 17:06 AI shouldn’t worry us…yet Written and hosted by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) With Jonathan Sim, lecturer of philosophy, National University of Singapore, Florian Breger, vice president, civilian government, global industries, IBM Technology and Ben Leong, professor of computer science, National University of Singapore Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim  Engineered: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media. --- Follow BT Lens On:  Channel: bt.sg/btlenson Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/lensap Spotify: bt.sg/lenssp Google Podcasts: bt.sg/lensgo Website: bt.sg/lenson Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market: bt.sg/btmark2mkt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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